| Location | Gilbert, AZ |
JOB
DESCRIPTION
Paraprofessional
Specialist
Purpose Statement The job of Paraprofessional Specialist is done for the purpose/s of assisting in the supervision and instruction of severely /moderately disabled special
needs
students
under
the
supervision
of
a
certificated
teacher;
observing
and
documenting
student
progress;
implementing
plans
for
instruction;
and
assisting
students
by
providing
for
special
health
care
needs.
Essential Functions
Adapts
classroom
activities,
assignments
and/or
materials
under
the
direction
of
the
teacher
for
the
purpose
of
providing
an
opportunity
for
all
special
education
students
to
participate
in
classroom
activities.
Assists
special
education
students
requiring
daily
care
(e.g.
Toileting,
feeding,
dressing,
suctioning,
tube
feeding,
lifting,
positioning,
etc.)
for
the
purpose
of
providing
appropriate
care
of
medically
fragile
and/or
physically
handicapped
students
and/or
developing
students
daily
living
and
behavioral
skills.
Confers
with
teachers
and/or
therapists
as
appropriate
for
the
purpose
of
assisting
in
evaluating
special
education
student
progress
and/or
implementing
IEP
objectives.
Directed
and
guided
by
the
appropriate
therapist
for
the
purpose
of
providing
carry-over
of
therapy
routines
and/or
strategies.
Implements
academic
instruction
assigned
by
a
teacher
or
therapist
for
individuals
or
small
groups
for
the
purpose
of
meeting
learning
goals,
as
described
by
an
IEP
and/or
district
benchmarks.
Implements
behavioral
plans
designed
by
the
IEP
team
for
students
with
behavior
disorders
or
other
handicapping
conditions
for
the
purpose
of
assisting
in
meeting
special
education
students
needs
and
providing
a
consistent
environment.
Instructs
special
education
students
(e.g.
Counting,
colors,
behavioral
skills,
daily
living
skills,
verbal
skills,
etc.)
For
the
purpose
of
implementing
goals
for
remediation
of
student
deficiencies
and
ensuring
students
success.
Maintains
instructional
materials
and/or
student
files/records
(e.g.
adapting
instructional
materials,
checking
papers,
attendance,
audio
visual
equipment,
set
up
projects,
etc.)
for
the
purpose
of
ensuring
availability
of
items
and/or
providing
reliable
information.
Monitors
special
education
students
(e.g.
Lunch,
playground,
classroom,
field
trips,
etc.)
For
the
purpose
of
providing
a
safe
and
positive
learning
environment.
Participates
as
a
provider
in
the
recording,
reporting
and
gathering
of
data
for
the
Direct
Service
Claiming
(DSC)
program
for
the
purpose
of
meeting
DSC
requirements.
Performs
record
keeping
(daily
data
on
instruction
and/or
behavior)
and
clerical
functions
(e.g.
correcting
papers,
copying,
instructional
materials,
etc.)
for
the
purpose
of
supporting
the
teacher
in
providing
necessary
records/materials.
Responds
to
emergency
situations
(e.g.
Injured
student,
fights,
etc.)
For
the
purpose
of
resolving
immediate
safety
concerns.
Other Functions
Assists
other
personnel
as
may
be
required
for
the
purpose
of
supporting
them
in
the
completion
of
their
work
activities.
Attends
meetings
and
in-service
presentations
for
the
purpose
of
acquiring
and/or
conveying
information
relative
to
job
functions.
Job
Requirements Mental Requirements Learning Development- Level B Sufficient to read and write technical information and instructions, perform basic arithmetic calculations, understand
commonly
used
procedures
and
methods,
or
operate
equipment
that
requires
some
training.
Learning
development
is
equivalent
to
completion
of
a
high
school
curriculum. Problem Solving - Level 1 Work situations are routine and regularly recurring, requiring attention and concentration, but limited discretion, consideration,
and
planning
to
adequately
respond
and
carry
out
work
activities.
Physical Requirements Physical Skill - Level A Basic level of learned physical skill is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday
objects
and
materials
is
needed
to
perform
the
job
satisfactorily. Physical Effort - Level 2 Job requires light physical effort as a part of regular work routine, such as frequent standing and walking; frequent lifting, guiding,
and/or
carrying
of
light-weight
materials
or
equipment;
occasional
periods
of
sustained
effort.
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Social Requirements Human Relations Skill- Level B Job requires patience in communication and well-developed verbal skills to exchange technical or complex information
with
individuals
or
small,
informal
groups.
Skills
in
establishing
harmonious
relationships
and
gaining
cooperation
are
important. Scope of Contacts - Level 1 The important job contacts are with peers in the immediate work group and immediate supervisor. Occasional contact with
individuals
outside
the
organization
may
occur.
Work Environment Performance Environment - Level A Changes in environments, work pressure, disturbances of work flow, and irregularities in work schedule are infrequent. Physical Working Conditions - Level 3 Frequent exposure to moderately hazardous conditions resulting in significant threat to health and safety. undesirable
assignments.
Accountability Level of Accountability -Level B Responsible for producing journey-level work output on an independent basis subject to supervisory direction and review. Organizational Impact - Level 1 Work results impact the immediate work section with little effect beyond. Responsible for results or services that facilitate
the
work
of
others
in
a
specific
work
group.
Experience, Education, and Certifications Experience: Job-related experience is desired. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. All Paraprofessionals at a Title I campus must have the following: Associate degree; or AA Degree; or
60
college
credits;
or
Evidence
of
passing
the
Para
Pro
Assessment
Test Certifications/Clearances: Must meet Arizona Department of Health Services (DHS) Child Day Care Center Teacher-Caregiver requirements. Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed. Must have negative TB Test documentation provided by a
clinic
or
doctor,
completed
within
12
months
prior
to
starting
working
with
students.
CPR/First
Aid
Recertification
every
two
years.
Compensation Details FLSA Status : Non Exempt Pay Schedule : Hourly - Grade 109 Work Calendar : Support 9 Month
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